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The HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B can be installed either as a
This chapter provides the following information:
•Safety Guidelines on page
•Installing the Switch as a
•Installing the Switch in a Rack on page
•Configuring and Connecting the Switch on page
Safety Guidelines
Follow these safety guidelines to ensure successful and safe operation of the switch:
•The supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size must conform to the electrical rating on the switch nameplate.
•The ambient air temperature near the switch must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius. This is particularly important to verify if the switch is installed in a closed or
•The volume of air flow available to the switch must be at least 300 cubic feet per minute. The air vents must not be blocked.
Follow these safety guidelines for
•The rack space must be 1U high, 19 inches wide, and 24 inches deep.
•All equipment installed in the rack should have a reliable branch circuit ground connection. Do not rely on a connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.
•The additional weight of the switch should not unbalance the rack or exceed the rack’s weight limits.
•The rack should be mechanically secured to insure stability in the event of an earthquake.
WARNING For safety reasons, when installing this product in an equipment rack, you must consider rack stability against tipping. Please refer to the
HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B Installation and Reference Guide |